My paintings try to capture the daily beauty of life on Cape Cod. Sometimes my subjects are common landmarks we pass by daily and they are favorite little known scenes I've come across while exploring back roads. Often I will repeat a subject changing time of day, the season, etc. My "style" is realistic but my intent is not "photo realism." Detail in painting is important but the final product should look like a painting. I've drawn and painted all my life and look forward to a lifetime of creating art for people to enjoy.

Neil received his formal training at Massachusetts College of Art. In 1991 McAuliffe was commissioned to paint a series of aerial views of various prestigious sites which were published and sold as limited editions. A few of the sites include Augusta National Golf Club, Pebble Beach Golf Links, Harvard University and the villages of Hyannisport and Osterville.